Teaching Assistant
We have an excellent opportunity for a pro-active, enthusiastic and energetic teaching assistant to join our team of staff in our friendly, village school. The successful candidate will be able to work collaboratively with other staff to deliver effective provision for pupils within the primary age range.
We are seeking a candidate who:
- Has a caring approach and the ability to build positive relationships with children
- Has knowledge and experience of supporting learning activities with primary aged children
- Has relevant recent experience of working with children
- Is confident supporting groups of children, including those with SEN
- Will uphold our school ethos of ‘working together to make a difference’ for our pupils and the school community.
This post is initially fixed term until 31st August 2026 and for 16.25 hrs per week in the first instance. The role will involve supporting learning within the classroom, predominately in the Early Years and KS1 classrooms.
We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations.
Application deadline: Friday 10th October 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 15th October 2025
Please send completed application forms to head@pensilva.cornwall.sch.uk